Tanita MC-180MA Instruction Manual

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MC1807001(1

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Please read this Instruction Manual carefully and keep it handy
for future reference.

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Multi-Frequency

Body Composition Analyzer

MC-180MA

Instruction Manual

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How to use

(cautions for safety)

Before use

(safety precautions)

When necessary

(cautions for safety)

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Contents

Safety Notes

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Instructions

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•Explanation of terminology

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Part names / Connection procedure

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•Using the touch panel

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Preparation

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Various settings

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Troubleshooting

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Connection to PC

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Technical notes

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New Regression Formula
for Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR

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Product specifications

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How to measure

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When used as a body composition analyser

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When used as scales

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Explanation of printouts

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Assessment criteria

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Applications

•This equipment can be used in the screening of
certain adult diseases and conditions related to body
weight and composition.

•It can be used in the monitoring and prevention of
conditions caused by excessive deposits of fat tissue
such as diabetes, hyperlipidemia, cholelithiasis and
fatty liver.

•It can be used in the monitoring of changes in
individuals‘ body composition related to differences in
the ratio of fat tissue to lean.

•It can be used to assess the effectiveness of
individuals‘ nutrition and exercise programmers, both
for health and physical fitness.

Benefits

1. This product is simple to use, and requires no

specialized facilities or expertise to take
measurements.

2. Measurements can be taken quickly and easily,

causing minimal inconvenience to the patient during
measurments.

MC-180MA

Before use

(cautions for safety)

Before use

(cautions for safety)

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•Do not insert your finger into any gaps or holes in this equipment.

Such action may result in injury.

•

Clean the electrode panels and their peripheries with alcohol before measurement.

Failure to do so may result in the spread of contagious disease, because the equipment comes into contact
with bare hands and feet.

•Before use, ensure that this equipment does not interfere electromagnetically with other
electronic devices that are susceptible to electromagnetic interference.

This equipment is designated a Class B IT equipment (mainly for systems intended to be used in domestic
environments) and CE (EMC), but weak equipment may be affected.

•When it is moved;

• Remove the power cord from the main unit.

Failure to do so may result in damage.

• Grip the handle for moving at the top, tilt the unit

until the adjusteble foot are off the floor, and wheel
it along on the casters.

Do not attempt to pick the unit up, as such action may

result in a back injury.

•Touch panel

•Avoid any impact on the panel

Such action may result in injury if the panel is broken,
as it is made of glass.

• Do not leave water droplets for prolonged periods.

Prolonged exposure to water may result in deformation,
color change, staining or blistering.

• Do not operate with a pointed object.

Such action may result in failure.

Caution

Place the equipment on a stable and
level surface.

Do not jump on the equipment. Do not lean on the equipment.

Failure to do so may result in injury due
to the individual stumbling over, or
measurement may not be possible.

Compulsory Prohibited

Such action may result in injury due to
the indivdual stumbling over.

Such action may result in injury due to
the indivdual stumbling over.

Prohibited

Safety Notes

must be observed

These symbols are used to indicate safe and correct use of the equipment, and to prevent injury to users or
damage to the product. Please review these symbols and their meanings before proceeding with this
instruction manual.

Warning

This symbol indicates the possibility of death or serious injury if the product is
mishandled or instructions are ignored.

Caution

This symbol indicates the possibility of physical injury or equipment damage if
instructions are ignored.

Warning

Individuals fitted with electronic
medical devices,
such as pacemakers,
must not use this product.

Do not attempt to disassemble or
remodel this product.

This symbol indicates details of
any prohibitions.

This product passes a very small electrical
current through the body, which may
cause such electronic medical devices to
operate erroneously, with possibly
serious consequences.

Prohibited

•Do not attempt to assess the analysis results or to base an
exercise routine on them by yourself.

Always heed to your doctor’s or qualified expert’s advice.

•Physically disabled persons should not attempt to take
measurements alone, but should have their caretakers
assist them in using the device.

•Distance from water

Do not use this product near a water supply or in any other place
where it may become wet. The product is liable to fail or produce
erroneous readings if wet.

This symbol indicates details of any compulsory
measures.

Prohibited

Such action may result in electric shock or
injury, and may impair the productﾕs

accuracy.

Do not handle the plug with a wet
hand.

The power cord must be connected to
a 3-pin plug (with an earth terminal).

Such action may result in electric shock,
fire, or leakage.

Prohibited

Compulsory

Failure to do so may result in an electric
shock or leakage.

Do not connect too many plugs to a
single socket.

Prohibited

Such action may result in fire.

Electrode panels

(x 8)

Touch panel

Adjusteble foot (x 4)

Feet must be screwed

upwards into the base while

moving.

Casters (x 2)

Handle for moving

Before use

(cautions for safety)

Before use

(cautions for safety)

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For accurate measurements

Explanation of terminology

Installation

•Do not wipe the equipment with hot water, benzene.
Please use a damp cloth or a neutral detergent to clean the equipment, and wipe it dry with a dry cloth immediately
afterwards.

• Do not store on a surface subject to strong vibration.

• Do not store in locations subject to high humidity or dust.

• Do not store in locations subject to temperatures outside its storage range.

• When it has not been used for a long time, confirm it can be operated correctly and safely before use.

• Cover the main unit to prevent it from becoming dirty.

• Do not wash with water.

• Avoid subjecting the equipment to excessive shock or vibration.

• Do not unplug the power cord by pulling on the cord.

• When it is not to be used for a prolonged period, turn off the power, and unplug the power cord.

• Do not position in direct sunlight, in areas subject to airflow directly from an air conditioner, or near a heater.

• Do not position in locations subject to significant temperature fluctuation.

• Do not position in locations subject to high humidity or near a water supply.

• Do not position on surfaces subject to strong vibration.

• Do not position in close proximity to stored chemicals, or where gas is generated.

Handling

Storage

Clean-up

This product is precisely manufactured and accurately calibrated. Please observe the following instructions to ensure best results.

This equipment and the attached instruction manual use expressions including terminology sited in the NAWI directive.
Please review the following terminology explanations before use.

• Max (Maximum capacity)

This shows the maximum weight that can be measured by the scale.
[Example] In the case of “Max = 270 kg”, it can be used to measure an individual up to 270 kg.

* Individuals exceeding the weight capacity cannot be measured.

•e (Minimum graduation)

This shows the amount of one scale mark (graduation). In the case of a digital display, this shows the numeric interval value.
[Example] In the case of e = 0.05 kg”, the display increases or decreases in intervals of 0.05 kg.

•PT

To measure the body weight more accurately, the “Preset Tare Deduction” function automatically subtracts the pre-input weight of the
clothes (TARE). The pre-input weight of the clothes is called “Preset Tare” (PT).

<Usage Conditions>

Temperature Range for Use : 5°C / 35°C
Relative Humidity : 30% / 80%

<Storage Conditions>

Temperature Range of Environment : -10°C / 50°C
Range of Relative Humidity : 10% / 90% (without condensation)
To prevent malfunction, do not store the equipment in direct sunlight or subject it to significant changes in
temperature. Do not store in damp or dusty areas, near a fire or where the equipment may be subject to vibration or
shock.

<Power Source>

Value Range

Model Name

MC-180MA

Voltage Range

230VAC

Frequency Range

50 / 60Hz

Electric Current Range

2.5A

For correct measurement

Do not attempt to take measurements
after excessive consumption of either
food or drink, or while dehydrated.

Prohibited

Measurements are significantly affected
by changes in bodily water volume and
body temperature. It is therefore
recommended that measurements be
taken after going to the toilet, and
ideally measurements should be taken at
the same time every day under the same
conditions.

Monitoring any fluctuations is recommended for reference for the following types of
people.

• Patients undergoing artificial dialysis or with swellings

Method of abandoning product

• When disposing of this unit, please do so in accordance with the prevailing regulations in each country.

ProhibitedProhibited

Do not take measurements in areas
subject to significant temperature
changes.

The results may be erroneous. In the
event of the product being moved
somewhere with a temperature
difference of 20˚C or more, do not use
for at least 2 hours after such a
relocation.

Do not take measurements
immediately after strenuous
exercise.

The results may be erroneous. Please
ensure that the individual being
measured is sufficiently rested first.

Instructions

• Do not use this equipment near other products that emit electromagnetic waves.

Erroneous operation is possible as a result of interference with certain lighting equipment, medical instruments, and communications
equipment (such as inverter fluorescent lighting, microwave therapy devices, and mobile
phones), so these factors should be checked before use.

• Bare feet should be placed correctly on the electrode panel for
measurement.

Incorrect positioning may result in a lower fat % than is actually the case, or an error
message may be shown.
Feet should be positioned on the heel and toe electrodes on each side in roughly equal
proportions as indicated in the illustration on the right.

• Place arms straight down during measurement.

Other positions may induce a lower than actual fat %, or an error message may be shown.

• As far as possible, you should try to take measurements under the same conditions
each day in order to determine any fluctuations.

Otherwise, errors may be observed in the measured value. In order to enhance overall accuracy,
measurements should be taken at the same time every day, but not during the three hours after getting
up in the morning, or three hours after meals.

• Clean any dust or dirt from the palms and soles of the feet before measurement.

Such contaminants may induce a lower than actual fat %, or an error message may be shown.

• Avoid contact between the arms and torso, and between the inner thighs.

Such contact may induce a lower than actual fat %, or an error message may be shown. If they come
into contact because the measurement is being taken while naked or partially naked, a dry towel or
similar should be used as a barrier during measurement.

<Child> <Adult>

<Symbols and their Meanings>

On

Caution
Refer to the attached
notes.

Off

Conformity with
Medical Device
Directive 93/42/EEC

Input,
Output

Type BF
applied
part

Clothes
Weight
Setting

Class I
equipment

Alternating
current

）

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Before use

(cautions for safety)

Checking the level

8

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Before use

(cautions for safety)

Maintenance mode
button

cannot be used by
general customers

（

Check accessories

9

Using the touch panel

ON

OFF

Back

Mode setting
buttons

Used to change
each function
setting.

Printer cable

connection

RS-232C

After turning on the power, follow the procedure
below.

•Operation

•Measurement

e

Select measurement mode (body composition
analyzer / weight only (i.e. scales)).

•Setting

e

Press

Set

Cancel button

Used to cancel a
setting.

Back button

Used to return to
the previous screen.

Clear button

Used to correct the
input.

Next button

Used to display the
next setting screen.

Enter button

Used to set the
input information.

Toe electrodes

Level gauge

Right handgrip

Touch panel

Adjustable foot
(x 4)

Part names / Connection procedure

• For accurate measurement, position the scale to be
as level as possible.

• Rotate the four height-adjustable foot so that the air
bubble in the level gauge is perfectly centered.

black ring

air bubble

Status when the level gauge is viewed from above

• Instruction manual (this book)

• Dropper x 1
( page 42)

• Power cord x 1 • Allen wrench x 1

(to assemble the
column)

• Hexagon socket
setscrews / washers x 2
each (to assemble the
column)

• Main unit cover x 1
(for storage)

Left handgrip

Handle for moving

(back)

Power cord
connection

AC 230V
50/60 Hz

Heel electrodes

Measuring platform

USB

Power switch

Caution

Computer Connection

•

We do not supply computers. If connecting a computer,
please ensure that it is IEC60601-1 (EN60601-1)
compliant, or follow the IEC60601-1-1 (EN60601-1-1)
environment settings for products that conform to
IEC60950 (EN60950).

•

Before using the USB port, read “Connection to PC”

( page 58).

Printer Connection (optional)

•

We do not supply printers. Please select one that is
IEC60601-1 (EN60601-1) compliant, or follow the
IEC60601-1-1 (EN60601-1-1) setting conditions for
products that conform to IEC60950 (EN60950).

•

The installation manual provided with the printer must
be read before setting up the printer.

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Before use

(cautions for safety)

Before use

(cautions for safety)

Warning

10 11

Preparation

Setting up the main unit

ON

OFF

6

Turn on the power.

The screen counts down from “99999”, “88888”,
“77777” to “00000” before displaying the initial
screen.

Connect the power cord.

5

•The power cord must be connected to a 3-pin plug (with earth
terminal).

Failure to do so may result in an electric shock or leakage.

•If an “Error” message is shown;

Refer to “Troubleshooting” ( page 42) for details.

Note

s

① ② ③

④

1

Check the top and bottom of the
box and remove the main unit.

2

Positioning the column upright.

Raise the column until the lever clicks to indicate
it is in a locked position.

Secure the column and
measuring platform tightly
using the included screws and
washers.

3

Rotate the height-adjustable
feet (at the four corners) to
level the unit, and confirm that
the air bubble in the level
gauge is dead center.

4

black ring

air bubble

Status when the level gauge is viewed from above

Warning

• During assembly,
be careful not to
insert or trap a
finger, foot or
suchlike in the
movable part of
the column. Such
action may result
in serious injury.

Warning

• The main unit is very heavy and should
therefore be taken out by two or more
people. Attempting to do this alone may
result in serious injury.

Request

• Please allow the retail sales staff to open the package and assemble the main unit.

Warning

• During assembly, hold the column firmly to
prevent it toppling over, and use the Allen
button supplied to tighten up the screws.

ss

•Unlocking the column to lay it flat

Press the tab just below the moving edge to
release the lock lever, and then gently lower the
column.

Note

Lock lever

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Before use

(cautions for safety)

Before use

(cautions for safety)

1312

Setting the date and time

3

4

Input the current date and time

•Input the year, month, date, and time (hours and minutes) in sequential two-digit format as
indicated.
Example: To input 9:47 a.m. on January 21st, 2006;

9:47 a.m., January 21, 2006

Use the 24-hour clock.
e.g. 6 p.m. would be input as .

Month: 12

Date: 12 Year: 2006

•Input first in the case of single-digit numbers (0~9)

•To erase erroneous input,

e

Press (Input data is deleted.)

•To terminate the input process,

e

Press (Returns to the “Setting item selection” screen without changing the date and time.)

• After inputting the item displayed,

e

Press (The next input item is selected.)

Next

Cancel

Clear

0

Notes

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•The clock function is backed up by rechargeable batteries, but if it is not used for a prolonged
period (two weeks or more), the setting is cleared naturally as the rechargeable batteries
discharge, so this must be reset. (Charging time: 5 hours or more)

•When various settings are performed in sequence,

e

Press each number to be set.

•Set details are retained until next modified.

Notes

On the “Setting item selection” screen,

press (Date and Time)

• The input screen for “Set Date, Time and Year” is displayed.
(The default setting when shipped is as per the screen in the
right.)

1

5

Press after all items have been input

• Returns to the “Setting item selection” screen.

•To return to the previous item,

e

Press .

Before

Notes

Enter

•Check: Is the procedure as per page 12 complete?

Activating the setting screen

Various settings

How to set

1

2

Turn on the power

• The initial screen is displayed.

• “Setting item selection”
screen is displayed.

Press

Set

Register the date and time. ( page 13)

Setting the measurement mode. ( page 14)

Setting of screen display items. ( page 15)

Setting up the printer. ( page 16)

Setting up of print items. ( page 18)

Adjust printing position. ( page 19)

Setting the communication details. ( page 20)

Setting the touch panel. ( page 21)

: After setting, press to return to the initial

screen.

Back

8

7

6

5

4

3

2

1

(Initial screen)

Back

(Setting item selection screen)

ON

OFF

Press the (Set button).

ON

OFF

•Once all settings have been made,

e

Press on the “Setting item
selection” screen. (Returns to the initial screen.)

Back

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Before use

(cautions for safety)

Before use

(cautions for safety)

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Setting the measurement mode

(continued from page 12)

Power switch
(back)

Various settings

How to set (continued)

•

Check:

Is the procedure as per page 12 complete?

•When various settings are performed in sequence,

e

Press each number to be set.

•Set details are retained until next modified.

On the “Setting item selection” screen,

(1) Press (Measurement mode)

• The “Measurement mode
selection” screen is displayed.
(The default setting when
shipped is shown as the
following screen.)

2

3

4

Press

• Returns to the “Setting item selection” screen. ( page 12)

Enter

“Athletic”

•It is recommended to select
“Athletic” for individuals aged 18
or more who consider themselves
to be athletes or to whom the
following conditions apply, and
to use measured values for
reference.

• People who do 12 or more

hours of training (exercise) a
week

• Members of gymnastics or sports

organizations aiming to
participate competitively

• People such as bodybuilders who

undergo training to build up
muscles

• Sports professionals

(2) Select functions

•

Athletic selection

e

Decide whether or not to select

“Athletic” on the screen as the “Body Type”.( page 28)

•

Unit to input height

e

Input and output units can be

switched between millimetres and centimeters.

• Decide whether or not an ID number is to be input. Any ID
number that is input is displayed, printed and output serially
together with measurement results.

Serial ID: Specify

: [Check before measurement] to enable input of the
ID number. The input ID number is automatically increased serially after
each measurement.

ID

: The ID number input screen is shown after measuring the weight (or
immediately after that if skipped). If [Check before measurement] it is
specified, the ID number can be changed. It does not increase serially
after measurement, and the next user must input their ID.

•Stand-by screen

e

Select whether or not the stand-by screen display
function is to be activated or not. When is
selected, the stand-by screen is displayed for five minutes
after the last operation while the measuring platform is
clear.

ON

15

•Once all settings have been made,

e

Press on the “Setting item selection” screen. (Returns to
the initial screen.)

Back

•

Check:

Is the procedure as per page 12 complete?

Setting of screen display items

(continued from page 12)

4

Press

• Returns to the “Setting item selection” screen.
( page 12)

Enter

3

On the “Setting item
selection” screen:

(1) Press

(Display item)

• The “Display item selection
– Body composition
analyzer (1)” screen is
displayed. (The default
setting when shipped is as
per the screen in the
right.)

(2) Select items to

be displayed

•Pressing the or

mark beside each item
switches the selection.

* Items marked with an are not displayed on the screen

for measurement results ( page 31) or the screen for
whole body details ( page 32).

•To terminate the input process,

e

Press (Returns to the “Setting item
selection” screen without changing any items to be
displayed on the screen.)

•To terminate the input process,

e

Press (Returns to the “Setting item selection”
screen without changing the date and time.)

•To re-input the previous item,

e

Press (The previous input item is selected.)

Back

Cancel

Cancel

Notes

3

d

Press

Next

•To terminate the input process,

e

Press . (Returns to
the “Setting item selection”
screen without changing any
details that have been set.)

indicates current selection,

and indicates alternative

options.

Cancel

Notes

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Before use

(cautions for safety)

Before use

(cautions for safety)

(1) Turn on the power on the main unit.

(2)On the “Setting item selection” screen ( page 12), select “ Printer”,

press printer operation , and the number of sheets to print (or

).

(3) Prepare operation of the printer.

* Refer to the manual provided with the printer. (Check ink settings and operation, etc.)
* Printing is not possible until at least 10 seconds after the printer has been turned on.

(4) Connect the attached printer cable as per the above illustration.
(5) Set the dedicated printing forms.

* Insert from the top of the printing form when setting. (Refer to the following illustration.)

2sheets

1sheetON

4

17

Printer Connection Example

ON

OFF

Setting up the printer (continued from page 12)

16

Power switch
(back)

•

Check:

Is the procedure as per page 12 complete?

•When various settings are performed in sequence,

e

Press each number to be set.

•Set details are retained until next modified.

•Once all settings have been made,

e

Press on the “Setting item selection” screen. (Returns to
the initial screen.)

Back

3

4

Press

• Returns to the “Setting item selection” screen.
( page 12)

Enter

On the “Setting item
selection” screen:

(1) Press

(printer)

• The “Printer Setting” screen
is displayed. (The default
setting when shipped is
shown as the following screen.)

(2) Setting of external printer

operation

• indicates current selection, and indicates

alternative options.

(3) Setting of automatic printing after

measurement

• indicates current selection, and indicates

alternative options.

* While is selected, a printout is issued only when is pressed

on the “Measurement results” screen.

* If the external printer operation is turned , nothing is printed even

if or is selected.

(4) Set to automatically end after

printing

• indicates current selection, and indicates

alternative options.

* When in mode, the “Measurement preparation” screen will

automatically appear only when or is specified for

automatic printing after measurement; the “Measurement preparation”
screen will appear automatically when printing finishes.

* When in mode, the "Measurement preparation" screen will

appear only when the button is pressed.

Quit

OFF

2sheets1sheet

ON

2sheets1sheet

OFF

Print

OFF

4

s

Press

4

(1)

(3)

(4)

(5)

(2)

d

Form insertion direction

• The ink lamp starts to flash once the ink
volume falls below a level sufficient to print
another 100 forms. (It is recommended that
the ink be replaced as soon as possible after
the lamp starts flashing.)

Various settings

How to set (continued)

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Before use

(cautions for safety)

Before use

(cautions for safety)

Adjust printing position (continued from page 12)

18 19

•

Check:

Is the procedure as per page 12 complete?

•Once all settings have been made,

e

Press on the “Setting item selection” screen. (Returns to the initial screen.)

Back

3

4

Press

• Returns to the “Setting item selection” screen. ( page 12)

Enter

On the “Setting item selection” screen:

(1) Press (Print position selection)

• The “Adjust printing position” screen is displayed. (The default
setting when shipped is as per the screen in the right.)

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(2) Adjust the printing position

• The printing position can be adjusted in the direction indicated by the arrow in 0.1mm increments.
(Adjustable range: ±10.0)

•To confirm the printing position,

e

Press .
Adjust so that the printing position
adjustment mark on the form and
cross mark for printing are perfectly

aligned. ( pages 38 and 39)

•To return the printing position to its initial status,

e

Press (Returns all numeric values to 0.0.)

•To terminate the input process,

e

Press (Returns to the “Setting item selection” screen without changing the printing
position.)

•To confirm the printing position,

e

Press (Returns to the “Setting item selection” screen.)

Enter

Cancel

Clear

Test Print

Notes

Setting up of print items (continued from page 12)

Power switch
(back)

•

Check:

Is the procedure as per page 12 complete?

•When various settings are performed in sequence,

e

Press each number to be set.

•Set details are retained until next modified.

3

4

Press .

• Returns to the “Setting item selection” screen.
( page 12)

Enter

On the “Setting item
selection” screen:

(1) Press

(Printing item)

• The “Printing item setting –
Body composition analyzer
(1)” screen is displayed.
(The default setting when
shipped is as per the
screen in the right.)

(2) Select items to

be printed.

•Pressing the or

mark beside each item
switches the selection.

•To terminate the input process,

e

Press (Returns to the “Setting item
selection” screen without changing any items to be
displayed on the screen.)

•To re-input the previous item,

e

Press (Returns to the "Printing item selection
(1)" screen without changing the print items.)

Back

Cancel

Notes

5

s

Press

Next

Cross mark

Various settings

How to set (continued)